Episode 7 is a solo episode as I sit in my car outside the launderette waiting for my washing. It is an impromptu episode where I hit record and talk about how grief surfaced for me after Father's Day. 

I speak about how grief can often trick us into thinking that we are okay & how it greets us at the most unexpected times. 

I speak about grief in general and how its not just linked to loosing a loved one - sadly it is something that we all experience, yet we have no idea what to do with it.

I share the expectations I have around how it should look nearly 5 years later, but at the end of the day I am just a girl who misses her Dad!

In this episode I remind both you & I, that we don't need a reason for feeling. When any kind of emotion surfaces we need to just allow it without shame. 

If this episode resonates with you in any way please do reach out.

 As always you can connect with me further on Instagram @jw.healing

 Here at The DMC podcast all conversations are welcome x

Guest: Jack Costello – Life Coach, Men's Mental Health Advocate & Founder of Unpack with Jack

As June is Men’s Mental Health Month, I wanted to share this powerful conversation with Jack Costello.

In this DMC, Jack opens up about the mask he wore from a very young age in order to stay strong, the loneliness of unspoken grief, and the journey of learning how to feel again.

From identity loss in Thailand to the healing power of breathwork, therapy, and self-compassion, this episode is a raw, tender look at what it means to grow through pain.

We explore:

– What it was like navigating grief as a child while the world kept moving around him
 – The coping mechanisms we cling to
 – The moment therapy began to shift things
 – Identity loss and the deeper emotional unraveling that can surface years later
 – How sport and friendship offered a lifeline in his teens, and how breathwork and self-inquiry became anchors later in life
 – The emotional weight that can come from people not knowing how to support you
 – The beautiful truth that “grief is the price we pay for love—how blessed I have been to know such love”
 – The role of self-forgiveness, expressing your feelings, and the bravery it takes to be true to yourself

Jack speaks passionately about redefining masculinity, moving away from outdated ideas that vulnerability equals weakness, and instead creating safe spaces where men can be fully human. He’s on a mission to help men feel, heal, and reconnect with themselves and each other.

This episode is for anyone who's ever felt the pressure to keep it together, who's carried their pain in silence, or who's learning slowly that they don’t have to do it alone.

Find us here:
Jessie: https://www.instagram.com/jw.healing/
Jack: https://www.instagram.com/unpackwithjack_/

Life is finally beginning to slow down, and with that, I’ve found the space to truly focus on this podcast, something I’ve dreamed about for a long time.

There are so many ideas brewing and exciting things to come. But before diving into what’s ahead, I wanted to take a moment to ground myself and share where things are at right now.

In this episode, I pause to reflect, gather my thoughts, and give you a little insight into what’s coming next. I also invite you to reach out if you feel called to share your story  because this space is for all of us.

Let’s keep building something meaningful together.

🧡  If you'd like to connect or follow along, you can find me over on Instagram - @jw.healing 

https://www.instagram.com/jw.healing/

Ever felt trapped by your own thoughts?
 Struggling with anxiety or trauma and not sure where to turn?
 You're not alone !!

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my dear friend and clinical psychologist, Ro, for a raw and real conversation about navigating the tough stuff, the kind of chat that makes you feel a little less alone in your own head.

We explore:

✨ What therapy actually looks like and why it's not as intimidating as it seems
✨ Anxiety & trauma: are these “normal” reactions to life?
✨ Intrusive thoughts: what they are, why they happen, and how to stop them from taking over
✨ The power of self-compassion, how being kind to yourself can be a game-changer when it comes to healing

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or scared by your thoughts, this one’s for you. It’s time to normalize these conversations and give ourselves the support we truly deserve.

Join us for a conversation full of honesty, compassion, and tools you can use right away.

Need support?
If anything in this episode brings up difficult emotions, please know you are not alone — and help is always available.

In Australia

Lifeline – 13 11 14
Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | beyondblue.org.au

In Ireland

Samaritans – 116 123
Pieta House – 1800 247 247 | pieta.ie

You're worthy of support. 

You're allowed to ask for help. 

And healing is possible. 💛

Today, I’m recording this episode on the beach at sunrise, on what would have been my dad’s 56th birthday. Birthdays can be a bittersweet reminder of those we’ve lost, but I’ve come to see them as a chance to celebrate and honour our loved ones. 

Grief doesn't have a rulebook and birthdays can bring up so many emotions. In this chat I reflect on why these days still matter and how small rituals can keep their memory alive.

Whether you’ve lost someone or are navigating grief in your own way, I hope this episode reminds you that love doesn’t end—it just changes.

 In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the past three years since making my way back to Australia. After losing my dad in 2020, it was another year and a half before I could reunite with my partner. I finally landed in Australia on March 3rd, 2022. Now, exactly three years later, I’m sitting down to look back on that journey—the uncertainty, the challenges, and the immense growth that came with it.

There were moments when it felt like things would never get better. During that time, Dermot Kennedy’s song "Better Days Are Coming" became a theme tune to my life, a reminder to hold on. And now, three years later, I can see just how much has changed.

This episode is about learning to control what you can, surrendering to what you can’t, and trusting that even in the toughest times, better days will come.

Welcome to the very first episode of The DMC Podcast! 

This episode is a short introduction to who I am and why I created this podcast, with much more to come in future episodes.

I’m your host, Jessie. As a life coach and Reiki practitioner, I’m here to offer a space where you can feel welcomed, understood, and supported. Life isn’t always easy, and we all face challenges—whether it’s grief, mental health struggles, or simply navigating life’s ups and downs. Through this podcast, I’m opening up about my own journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, with the hope that you’ll see parts of yourself in these stories.

The reason behind this podcast is simple: to create a space where everyone feels like they belong, no matter what they’ve been through. It’s about sharing the conversations that matter—the ones that make us feel less alone and more connected.

This episode is just the beginning. Throughout this podcast, we’ll dive deeper into these important conversations.

This isn’t just my story—it’s a space for all of us to share, to listen, and to heal. Because we all deserve to be heard, and I hope this podcast will give you the opportunity to find your voice and your story in the voices of others.

Thank you for being here, and I can’t wait for you to join me on this journey.

 Welcome to the DMC Podcast – a space for deep, meaningful conversations about life, growth, and the human experience. In this short introduction, I’ll share what this podcast is all about and what you can expect in the episodes to come.